Bison spread as Native American tribes reclaim stewardship
Somewhat to my irritation, the role of zoos in this article - both in helping to protect and breed the last remaining bison and in helping to supply bison to Native American tribes for reintroduction - is glossed over in this article. Still, it is a welcome piece of news that celebrates one of the great conservation success stories of our time - one with tremendous implications not only for the conservation of the New World's largest native land animal, but of enhanced sovereignty and dignity for our country's first inhabitants. Restoring the bison does more than increase the numbers of one species. It also helps restore habitats and lay a foundation for the return of countless other prairie species. It also helps Native Americans strengthen ties to their culture, their history, and their land. Taken together, that's a lot to be thankful for.
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